Abstract
Objectives: Methylphenidate (MPH) and Atomoxetine (ATX) are most commonly prescribed for the treatment of Attention Deficit And Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Despite their widespread use, there are concerns about their cardiovascular safety. In this study, we aimed to investigate the effects of ADHD medications on cardiac functions.
 Methods: Forty-six children with ADHD disorder using osmotic-release oral system methylphenidate (OROS-MPH), 46 using extended-release methylphenidate (ER-MPH), and 46 using ATX for at least six months were included in the patient groups. 46 children with normal cardiac findings were included as the control group. All participants were evaluated using a sociodemographic information form, physical examination, 12-channel electrocardiography (ECG), transthoracic 2D echocardiography, Doppler echocardiography, and tissue Doppler imaging (TDI).
 Results: Statistically significant differences were observed in terms of A wave velocity (p=0,002), E/A (p
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